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VIO Med Spa Targets Richmond for Virginia Expansion
VIO Med Spa is heading to Virginia, securing a franchise agreement to open its first Richmond-area location at 1058 Steam Ave. in Midlothian. The expansion marks a strategic push into a high-growth metro market for the Nashville-based brand, which continues to scale its physician-guided aesthetic and wellness footprint nationwide.
Wix Investors Face September Deadline in Securities Class Action
Investors who purchased Wix.com Ltd. securities between February 19, 2025, and May 12, 2026, have until September 22, 2026, to file as lead plaintiffs in a class action lawsuit. The litigation follows a sharp 27% share price collapse triggered by ballooning operating expenses and missed financial expectations.
HeyPolo Secures Mumsnet Approval for Privacy-Focused Safety
Ninety-two percent of parents testing the HeyPolo family safety app reported increased peace of mind, earning the platform an official Mumsnet Rated badge. The endorsement from the UK’s largest parenting network highlights the app’s shift toward user-controlled location sharing rather than constant, default tracking.
Crestline Closes Second European Fund at $625 Million
Institutional investors have committed $625 million to Crestline’s second European Capital Solutions Fund, a figure representing a 75 percent increase over the firm's inaugural vehicle. The capital raise underscores sustained global demand for flexible financing within the North and Western European lower-middle-market, where funding gaps remain a persistent challenge.
Valerie Magyari Named CEO of Equity Technology Group
After a career spanning five decades, co-founder David Osage is stepping down as president and CEO of Equity Technology Group. The Shaker Heights-based firm has appointed Valerie Magyari, a 30-year industry veteran and the company’s former executive vice president, to lead the next phase of its corporate strategy.
Shepherd Secures Intact Partnership to Fuel U.S. Casualty Expansion
San Francisco-based insurance platform Shepherd has secured a strategic capacity partnership with global insurer Intact Financial Corporation. Effective July 1, 2026, the deal grants Shepherd delegated underwriting authority to write primary and excess casualty coverage on Intact’s A+ rated paper, marking a significant milestone in the insurtech’s rapid scaling.
Repair Cost Gap Between Electric and Gas Vehicles Narrows to Record Low
A mere $729 now separates the average repair cost of a battery electric vehicle from its gasoline-powered counterpart in the United States. New data from collision technology firm Mitchell indicates this narrowing gap represents a historical low, signaling that the premium once attached to fixing electric drivetrains is steadily eroding.
Evolved By Nature Secures FDA Clearance for Peptide-Based Skin Therapy
Needham-based Evolved By Nature has secured FDA 510(k) clearance for New Day™ Skin Spray, the first prescription medical device built on its proprietary programmable peptide platform. Developed by Evolved Health, the topical emulsion spray targets the structural root of atopic dermatitis rather than suppressing immune responses.
Fieldguide Secures FedRAMP Authorization for CMMC Compliance
Audit and advisory firms can now conduct CMMC and NIST 800-171 assessments within a secure federal environment, as Fieldguide achieves FedRAMP Moderate authorization. Partnering with Knox Systems, the platform enables defense contractors to manage compliance requirements without the need for additional infrastructure or redundant software deployments.
Yamaha and Steinberg Overhaul Production Ecosystem Software
Streamers and audio engineers gain expanded routing and deeper device integration following a major firmware rollout from Yamaha and Steinberg. The update affects the MGX mixer series, URX audio interfaces, and the CC1 controller, aiming to minimize technical setup time while standardizing workflows across the companies' shared production environment.
PTS Group Enters Specialty Medical Market with New Advisory Firm
A $34 million fertility practice transaction has prompted Colorado Springs-based PTS Group to launch PTS Medical, an advisory firm targeting procedure-driven healthcare specialties. The move marks a strategic pivot for the brokerage, which previously focused heavily on dental and med-aesthetics, as it seeks to capture value for physician owners nationwide.
Michaels Taps Angela Kinsey to Lead Party Planning Campaign
Angela Kinsey, the actress best known for her role in The Office, has been appointed Director of the Party Planning Committee at Michaels. The partnership anchors a new campaign, Party Like a Pro, designed to help home entertainers navigate the logistics of hosting with a mix of humor and structured advice.
Valor Exterior Partners Expands into Wisconsin with Dick’s Roof Repair
Valor Exterior Partners, backed by Osceola Capital, has acquired the Wisconsin-based contractor Dick’s Roof Repair. This transaction, marking the tenth acquisition for the Cincinnati-based platform since September 2024, extends the company’s service reach into southern Wisconsin and northern Illinois, building on a legacy that dates back nearly seven decades.
REI Launches Labor Day Sale Targeting Seasonal Gear Transition
With summer daylight fading, REI Co-op is positioning its upcoming Labor Day event as a bridge for outdoor enthusiasts preparing for autumn. Running from August 28 through September 7, the retailer is discounting a wide catalog of gear and apparel across its physical storefronts and online portal.
Apollo Atomics Raises $31 Million to Scale Factory-Built Reactors
By shifting from bespoke megaprojects to modular, factory-built units, Cambridge-based Apollo Atomics aims to solve the energy crisis facing data centers and heavy industry. The MIT spinoff secured $31 million in an oversubscribed seed round to accelerate the testing and regulatory approval of its compact, truck-transportable pressurized water reactors.
Color Me Mine CEO Teresa Johnson Named to Forbes 50 Over 50 List
Teresa Johnson, the chief executive of paint-your-own-pottery franchise Color Me Mine, has earned a spot on the 2026 Forbes 50 Over 50 list. The annual ranking, produced in partnership with Mika Brzezinski’s Know Your Value initiative, highlights women who have achieved their most significant professional milestones after reaching their fifth decade.
The Hidden Liability: Why Underground Utility Lines Threaten Homeowners
A burst pipe or severed electrical cable buried beneath the lawn often reveals a jarring truth: many homeowners mistakenly believe their utility provider is responsible for every inch of line leading to their front door. When these systems fail, the financial burden of excavation and repair frequently falls on the property owner.
Remark Debuts Real-Time Virtual Try-On for Luxury Fashion
Luxury shoppers can finally see how a garment drapes while in motion, as Remark introduces an AI-powered try-on tool that replaces static overlays with live, physics-based rendering. The technology, which functions directly within web browsers, aims to bridge the gap between digital convenience and the tactile experience of high-end boutiques.
Nissin and Dash Launch Dorm Survival Kits for College Students
With move-in season underway, Nissin Foods and kitchenware brand Dash have teamed up to release a limited-edition bundle aimed at the collegiate market. The kit targets budget-conscious students by pairing a six-pack of Cup Noodles with compact appliances designed specifically for the constraints of small dorm living spaces.
Heart Failure Society of America Names 2026 Award Recipients
The Heart Failure Society of America will honor its 2026 award recipients at the upcoming Annual Scientific Meeting, scheduled for October 9–12 in Phoenix, Arizona. The diverse group of honorees includes clinical leaders, researchers, and care teams recognized for their sustained impact on patient outcomes and professional development within the field.
KAYALI Expands Into Body Care With New Yum Collection
Mona Kattan is taking her fragrance brand beyond the bottle, launching the Yum Lip & Body collection on August 28, 2026. The new line translates two of the company’s most popular scents—Yum Boujee Marshmallow | 81 and Yum Pistachio Gelato | 33—into a series of hydrating creams and balms.
Xiao-I Corporation Plans Reverse ADS Split to Adjust Share Ratio
A ratio shift from one-to-sixty to one-to-four hundred and twenty will effectively consolidate Xiao-I Corporation’s American Depositary Shares by a factor of seven. The Shanghai-based artificial intelligence firm expects this adjustment to take effect on or about September 8, 2026, while maintaining its presence on the Nasdaq under ticker AIXI.
Xiao-I Corporation Faces Nasdaq Delisting Risk Over Market Value
Shanghai-based cognitive AI developer Xiao-I Corporation has been notified by Nasdaq that it failed to meet the minimum market value requirement for publicly held shares. The company, which trades under the ticker AIXI, must now boost its market value above $15 million to avoid potential delisting from the exchange.
CobbleStone Software Targets Contract Redlining Efficiency with New AI Webinar
Contract management often suffers when organizations fail to counter unfavorable clauses during negotiations, leaving historical data underutilized. Princeton-based CobbleStone Software aims to address these inefficiencies by demonstrating how surgical auto-redlining and AI-driven playbooks can automate contract workflows and secure more advantageous terms for legal and procurement teams.
Four Universal Technical Institute Campuses Earn National Accreditation Honors
Only 18 institutions out of 216 applicants secured the prestigious School of Excellence title this year, with Universal Technical Institute claiming three of those spots. The 2025-2026 accreditation cycle saw campuses in Arizona, California, and Texas recognized by the ACCSC for their rigorous commitment to student achievement and educational quality.
Expressable Becomes First Speech Therapy Provider on Amazon Health
One in 14 U.S. children experiences a speech or language disorder annually, yet over 40% never receive professional intervention. To bridge this gap, Austin-based Expressable has joined the Amazon Health Benefits Connector, allowing millions of customers to book virtual speech therapy sessions through the retail giant’s platform.
EDB Cuts WarehousePG Recovery Time from Days to Minutes
For financial institutions and regulated enterprises, a warehouse outage is no longer just a reporting delay but a significant operational risk. EnterpriseDB is addressing this challenge by launching disaster recovery capabilities for WarehousePG, enabling firms to restore petabyte-scale analytical clusters in minutes rather than days.
Seven Regan Zambri Long Attorneys Earn 2027 Best Lawyers Honors
Seven attorneys from the Washington-based firm Regan Zambri Long have secured spots in the 2027 edition of The Best Lawyers in America. The recognition highlights the firm’s sustained impact on personal injury, medical malpractice, and mass tort litigation, reinforcing its standing as a major player in plaintiff advocacy.
Clever Offers Hits $1 Billion Milestone as Transaction Volume Triples
St. Louis-based marketplace Clever Offers has surpassed $1 billion in total home sales, cementing its rapid expansion as it closes more than 3,500 transactions since 2020. The platform’s growth has accelerated sharply, with the majority of its volume occurring within the last 12 months as homeowners increasingly seek alternatives to traditional listings.
Magic Potion Games Secures Series A Funding After Million-Player Beta
More than one million players have flocked to Imagine Island during its beta phase, fueling an organic surge for the Irvine-based studio. With a fresh round of Series A funding now secured, Magic Potion Games is moving to scale its platform, which aims to provide a secure digital playground for Gen Alpha.